About Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Microsoft Corporation is a technology company. The Company develops, licenses, and supports a range of software products, services and devices. The Company's segments include Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud and More Personal Computing. The Company's products include operating systems; cross-device productivity applications; server applications; business solution applications; desktop and server management tools; software development tools; video games, and training and certification of computer system integrators and developers. It also designs, manufactures, and sells devices, including personal computers (PCs), tablets, gaming and entertainment consoles, phones, other intelligent devices, and related accessories, that integrate with its cloud-based offerings. It offers an array of services, including cloud-based solutions that provide customers with software, services, platforms, and content, and it provides solution support and consulting services.

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Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Microsoft's stock symbol?

Microsoft trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "MSFT."

How often does Microsoft pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Microsoft?

Microsoft declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, November 29th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, February 15th will be given a dividend of $0.42 per share on Thursday, March 8th. This represents a $1.68 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.83%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, February 14th. View Microsoft's Dividend History.

How were Microsoft's earnings last quarter?

Microsoft Co. (NASDAQ:MSFT) released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, January, 31st. The software giant reported $0.96 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.87 by $0.09. The software giant earned $28.92 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $28.42 billion. Microsoft had a net margin of 11.72% and a return on equity of 35.41%. The business's quarterly revenue was up 11.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $0.83 EPS. View Microsoft's Earnings History.

When will Microsoft make its next earnings announcement?

Where is Microsoft's stock going? Where will Microsoft's stock price be in 2018?

34 analysts have issued 1-year price targets for Microsoft's shares. Their forecasts range from $62.00 to $118.00. On average, they anticipate Microsoft's share price to reach $98.68 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for Microsoft.

Are investors shorting Microsoft?

Microsoft saw a increase in short interest during the month of January. As of January 31st, there was short interest totalling 49,564,890 shares, an increase of 20.7% from the January 12th total of 41,062,227 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 31,519,927 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.6 days. Approximately 0.7% of the company's stock are short sold.

Who sold Microsoft stock? Who is selling Microsoft stock?

Microsoft's stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Credit Agricole S A, Bank of New York Mellon Corp, Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. NY, Yacktman Asset Management LP, BlackRock Inc., Alliancebernstein L.P., Teacher Retirement System of Texas and Generation Investment Management LLP. Company insiders that have sold Microsoft company stock in the last year include Amy Hood, Christopher C Capossela, Frank H Brod, G Mason Morfit, Jean Philippe Courtois and William H Gates III. View Insider Buying and Selling for Microsoft.

How do I buy Microsoft stock?

Shares of Microsoft can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.

What is Microsoft's stock price today?

One share of Microsoft stock can currently be purchased for approximately $92.00.

How big of a company is Microsoft?

Microsoft has a market capitalization of $703.34 billion and generates $89.95 billion in revenue each year. The software giant earns $21.20 billion in net income (profit) each year or $3.26 on an earnings per share basis. Microsoft employs 124,000 workers across the globe.

MarketBeat Community Rating for Microsoft (MSFT)

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Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Analysts' Consensus Rating

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